Caitlin Clark is back on the golf course, and this time it’s with some notable names in the world of professional golf. Just a week after participating in the Annika Pro-Am on the LPGA Tour, Clark is now set to take part in the PGA Tour’s RSM Classic Pro-Am, as reported by Golf Channel.
The Indiana Fever guard, known for her incredible skills on the basketball court, is continuing to make a name for herself in the world of golf as well. During the RSM Classic Pro-Am, Clark will be playing the back nine of Sea Island’s Plantation Course, where she will be joined by fellow Iowa native, Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson, and PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan.
According to the tournament’s pro-am tee sheet, Johnson and Monahan began their round at 8:30 a.m. on the front nine, with Clark joining for the latter half.
Beyond her on-course play, Clark is also scheduled to participate in the event’s charity putting contest at approximately 3:30 p.m. During the contest, she will serve as an honorary caddie for children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Georgia, as well as Special Olympians.
This role is a continuation of Clark’s commitment to giving back, as she uses her growing platform to positively impact communities and inspire young athletes.
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This isn’t Clark’s first time stepping into the world of pro-am golf events. Earlier in the summer of 2023, she played alongside Zach Johnson in the John Deere Classic Pro-Am, another PGA Tour event that saw her mixing it up with some of golf’s biggest names.
More recently, during the Annika Pro-Am, Clark was paired with golf legend Annika Sorenstam and current World No. 1 Nelly Korda. Her participation drew a sizable crowd, especially considering it was a Wednesday, traditionally a quieter day at golf tournaments.
Annika Sorenstam was particularly impressed with the turnout, commenting on the crowd that gathered to watch Clark play. “On the LPGA? No,” Sorenstam said when asked if she had ever seen a Wednesday crowd like the one Clark drew. “I think it’s awesome. I love all the young girls with the signs. Nothing we would really see on a normal Wednesday. It’s just great how it brings attention to the tournament.” The excitement that Clark generated was a testament to her star power and her ability to transcend beyond just basketball fans.
Clark isn’t the only high-profile athlete taking part in the RSM Classic Pro-Am this week.
Former NFL quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is also set to play, alongside the tournament’s defending champion, Ludvig Åberg. With Clark, Brady, and other celebrities on hand, the Pro-Am has turned into quite the star-studded affair, adding even more excitement to the event.
Clark’s appearance at these golf events is another example of her diverse athletic talent and her ability to draw attention and generate excitement wherever she goes.
As one of the WNBA’s rising stars, she has already made an impact on the court, and now, her presence is bringing new fans and heightened visibility to golf tournaments as well.
Whether on the basketball court or the golf course, Caitlin Clark continues to prove that her influence reaches far and wide, captivating audiences and inspiring future athletes in multiple sports.
As the RSM Classic Pro-Am unfolds, all eyes will be on Clark to see how she fares alongside her more experienced golf partners.
It’s clear that her growing involvement in high-profile golf events is helping bridge the gap between different sports, uniting fans from various backgrounds and showcasing the multifaceted talent that Caitlin Clark embodies.
